Chime Biologics and Korean Listed Company MedPacto Form Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Global Biologics Development and Manufacturing

On October 28, 2024 Chime Biologics, a leading global CDMO that enables its partners’ success in biologics, reported a strategic collaboration with MedPacto, a South Korean clinically staged company listed on KOSDAQ (235980) (Press release, MedPacto, OCT 28, 2024, View Source [SID1234647457]).

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MedPacto, known for its focus on cancer therapeutics, will leverage Chime Biologics’ expertise in biologics development to streamline the process from tech transfer to cGMP clinical manufacturing for Investigational New Drug (IND) submissions. Under the agreement, Chime Biologics will advance the Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) process development for the multiple preclinical drug candidates.

Dr. Jungwon Woo, President of MedPacto, stated," We are highly impressed by Chime Biologics’ development and manufacture expertise, which is crucial helping us expand into major global markets. Their ability to meet international standards will greatly support our efforts to advance our assets into a new stage. This collaboration is a key step forward, and we look forward to a successful and long-term partnership."

Dr. Jimmy Wei, President of Chime Biologics, added, "We are pleased to announce our strategic collaboration with MedPacto, a respected KOSDAQ-listed company with a strong portfolio of first-in-class assets. This partnership marks the beginning of a long-term relationship aimed at advancing pharmaceutical innovation. It aligns with our growth strategy in South Korea and aligns with our commitment to the region’s biopharmaceutical landscape. We look forward to working closely with MedPacto and contributing to the success of their innovative pipeline."

Chime Biologics is expanding its manufacturing capacity to 100,000 liters to solidify its position as a leading global CDMO. As part of this strategy, the company is actively entering the South Korean market and has signed agreements with several South Korean biotech companies to provide development and manufacturing services for antibody drugs and biosimilars.